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Crime
Jaipur Man Loses ₹1.75 Lakh in Telegram Job Scam Targeting Part‑Time Earners
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 21 Sep 2026, 03:31 PM
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A 36‑year‑old resident of Jaipur was duped by fraudsters on Telegram who promised part‑time work and game earnings, extracting ₹1.75 lakh through repeated task‑payment requests.
Jaipur police have reported a cyber‑fraud case involving a 36‑year‑old man who was lured through Telegram with offers of part‑time employment and earnings from online games. The scammers created a series of seemingly legitimate tasks and repeatedly asked the victim to transfer money as a prerequisite for completing each assignment.
Over a short period, the man deposited a total of ₹1.75 lakh into accounts controlled by the fraudsters, believing the funds would unlock further job opportunities and game payouts. The payments were made in small increments, each justified as a fee for a specific task, but no actual work or earnings materialised.
Authorities warned that such Telegram‑based scams are on the rise, exploiting the platform’s private channels to target individuals seeking supplemental income. Victims are advised to verify the authenticity of any job offer and refrain from sending money before receiving concrete proof of employment.
The case is being investigated by the cyber cell, which is urging the public to report similar incidents promptly to prevent further financial loss.
Over a short period, the man deposited a total of ₹1.75 lakh into accounts controlled by the fraudsters, believing the funds would unlock further job opportunities and game payouts. The payments were made in small increments, each justified as a fee for a specific task, but no actual work or earnings materialised.
Authorities warned that such Telegram‑based scams are on the rise, exploiting the platform’s private channels to target individuals seeking supplemental income. Victims are advised to verify the authenticity of any job offer and refrain from sending money before receiving concrete proof of employment.
The case is being investigated by the cyber cell, which is urging the public to report similar incidents promptly to prevent further financial loss.